Cyclone Montha: IMD Issues Wind Warnings for Several Odisha Districts on October 28 and 29
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued wind warnings for multiple districts of Odisha as Cyclone Montha approaches the state’s coast. According to the Meteorological Centre, Bhubaneswar, strong winds with speeds ranging from 40 to 80 kmph are likely to sweep across different parts of the state on October 28 and 29.
As per the IMD forecast, southern and coastal districts are expected to bear the brunt of the storm, experiencing intense wind conditions over the two days.
Wind Forecast for October 28
On October 28, the districts of Malkangiri, Koraput, Rayagada, Gajapati, and Ganjam have been placed under a Red Warning, with wind speeds expected to reach 60 to 70 kmph, gusting up to 80 kmph.
Neighbouring districts such as Nabarangpur, Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Nayagarh, Khurda, and Puri are under an Orange Warning, where winds may blow at 50 to 60 kmph, gusting up to 70 kmph.
Meanwhile, Nuapada, Bolangir, Boudh, Bargarh, Sambalpur, Sonepur, Angul, Dhenkanal, Jajpur, Cuttack, Kendrapara, and Jagatsinghpur will likely witness moderate winds ranging from 40 to 50 kmph, gusting up to 60 kmph.
Wind Forecast for October 29
Wind intensity is expected to increase further on October 29. The Red Warning will remain in force for Malkangiri, Koraput, Rayagada, Gajapati, and Ganjam, where gusts could reach up to 80 kmph.
Districts including Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Khurda, Puri, Boudh, Bolangir, Nayagarh, Nabarangpur, and Nuapada will continue under an Orange Alert with winds of 50 to 60 kmph, gusting up to 70 kmph.
Elsewhere, Angul, Bargarh, Sonepur, Sambalpur, Dhenkanal, Cuttack, Jajpur, Kendrapara, and Jagatsinghpur are expected to experience winds between 40 to 50 kmph, gusting up to 50 kmph.
The IMD has advised residents, especially in coastal and southern Odisha, to stay alert, secure loose objects, and avoid outdoor activities during the period of high wind activity. Local administrations have been asked to take precautionary measures to minimize damage and ensure public safety.
